Oktoberfest has its origins in a historical German royal wedding celebration but is now celebrated worldwide, including in the United States.

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Seattle's Fremont Oktoberfest is the largest outdoor beer festival in the city, featuring unique events like chainsaw pumpkin carving, a stein hoisting contest, and "dogtoberfest."

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The event takes place from September 22 to September 24, and ticket prices range from $15 to $45 depending on drink tokens.

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Kirkland Oktoberfest offers a Bavarian handshake tradition where people link lederhosen crotch flaps. The event includes wiener dog races and entertainment by Manuela Horn. It runs from September 22 to 24, with tickets ranging from $15 to $75.

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Oktoberfest Northwest, a family-friendly option, happens from October 6 to October 8 at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup. Early bird tickets are under $20, and kids aged 12 and under get in free.

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Activities at Oktoberfest Northwest include a root beer run and pumpkin carving, but after 6 p.m., it's adults-only.

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Ounces, a West Seattle beer garden, hosts Oktoberfest from October 6 to October 8, featuring locally brewed Oktoberfest-style beer, sausages, and special Oktoberfest doughnuts.

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The event includes oompah bands, a costume contest, and a stein-raising competition. Admission is free.

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These Oktoberfest events offer opportunities to celebrate German culture, enjoy beer, and embrace the arrival of fall, with various activities and entertainment options.

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Prices and details may vary, so it's advisable to check the respective event websites for more information.

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Oktoberfest has its origins in a historical German royal wedding celebration but is now celebrated worldwide, including in the United States.

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Seattle's Fremont Oktoberfest is the largest outdoor beer festival in the city, featuring unique events like chainsaw pumpkin carving, a stein hoisting contest, and "dogtoberfest."

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The event takes place from September 22 to September 24, and ticket prices range from $15 to $45 depending on drink tokens.

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Kirkland Oktoberfest offers a Bavarian handshake tradition where people link lederhosen crotch flaps. The event includes wiener dog races and entertainment by Manuela Horn. It runs from September 22 to 24, with tickets ranging from $15 to $75.

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Oktoberfest Northwest, a family-friendly option, happens from October 6 to October 8 at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup. Early bird tickets are under $20, and kids aged 12 and under get in free.

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Activities at Oktoberfest Northwest include a root beer run and pumpkin carving, but after 6 p.m., it's adults-only.

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Ounces, a West Seattle beer garden, hosts Oktoberfest from October 6 to October 8, featuring locally brewed Oktoberfest-style beer, sausages, and special Oktoberfest doughnuts.

credit by Google

The event includes oompah bands, a costume contest, and a stein-raising competition. Admission is free.

credit by Google

These Oktoberfest events offer opportunities to celebrate German culture, enjoy beer, and embrace the arrival of fall, with various activities and entertainment options.

credit by Google

Prices and details may vary, so it's advisable to check the respective event websites for more information.

credit by Google